This issue of
Influence is the perfect companion for any lobbyist heading to the conventions. The July issue offers
10 tips to make the events pay off; profiles of lobbyists volunteering at the
GOP convention as well as the
Democratic National Convention. Plus: Largest corporate
PACs; the convention’s best
parties; and what a
Kerry win could mean for Democratic lobbyists.
Conventions are a great place to connect with clients and politicos—but can also be prove perilous. There are 10 things any lobbyist should know. For instance, throw a killer bash, make sure members of Congress don’t get turned away from your event, and by all means, don’t drink too much. By Shawn Zeller.
K Street’s fingerprints are all over the Republican National Convention. Blank Rome’s David Norcross (left), has been involved with every convention since 1976, and this year is no different. Kate Ackley profiles Norcross and others who have answered the Republican’s call to New York.
The Democrats call for convention volunteers led many lobbyists to temporarily abandon the pursuit of congressional pork in the name of party loyalty. For lobbyists like Duberstein Group president Michael Berman (left), it is a chance to stage a giant John Kerry pep rally this year in Boston. By Douglas McCollam
Boston, NYC Rally Cry: Party Hearty
For law firms and lobby shops, corporations, and trade associations, the nominating conventions are a chance to bond and brand. Republicans intend to throw the best parties, and the Dems have Hollywood on their side. By Shawn Zeller.
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Craving Corporate Cash
With hard dollars more important than ever, corporate PACs are striving to keep their coffers full. Plus: Top corporate PACs. |
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Getting the Message Heard
Can anything get done in Washington during an election year? Four lobbyists discuss their strategies.
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Datebook
A calendar of upcoming government relations events. |
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Friends in High Places
T.R. Goldman says that Democratic lobbyists, a bit dispirited after four years of Republican rule, are rooting for John Kerry’s election—if only to make their lives fun again.
